Liebherr L566 Wheel Loader Specs

Category: Wheel Loaders ➔
Manufacturer: Liebherr ➔
Model: L566 ➔

The Liebherr L566 is a wheel loader designed for material handling, stockpiling, loading, and general earthmoving applications. It is part of Liebherr's medium to large wheel loader range and is commonly used in construction, quarrying, mining, aggregate, and industrial sites. The L566 typically features a diesel engine, articulated steering, hydraulic loading system, and a front-mounted bucket for efficient cycle work. Depending on configuration, it may be equipped with different bucket sizes, tire options, and operator cab features. The model is recognized for its use in high-volume loading operations where durability, traction, and productivity are required.

Bucket

Liebherr L566 Wheel Loader Bucket specifications
Arm length	9.70 ft (2.96 m)
Breakout Force	44,959.60 lbs (20,393.36 kg)
Bucket Capacity - heaped	5.20 cu yd (3.98 cu m)
Bucket Width	9.10 ft (2.77 m)
Digging depth	4.00 ft (1.22 m)
Dump Clearance at Max Raise	10.80 ft (3.29 m)

Dimensions

Liebherr L566 Wheel Loader Dimensions specifications
Ground Clearance	1.90 ft (0.58 m)
Height - Top of Cab	11.90 ft (3.63 m)
Hinge Pin - Max Height	14.40 ft (4.39 m)
Length with Bucket on Ground	30.50 ft (9.30 m)
Reach at Max Lift and Dump	3.10 ft (0.94 m)
Wheelbase	12.50 ft (3.81 m)

Electrical System

Liebherr L566 Wheel Loader Electrical System specifications
Alternator	28/100 (V/A)
Battery	2 x 180 Ah
Starter	24/10.5 (V/HP)
Voltage	24 V

Engine

Liebherr L566 Wheel Loader Engine specifications
Air cleaner	Dry air filter with main and safety element pre-cleaner service indicator on the display
Aspiration	Water-cooled with exhaust turbo charging externally cooled exhaust gas recirculation and diesel particulate filter
Bore	4.80 in (12.19 cm)
Displacement	642.00 cu in (10,520.52 cu cm)
Engine Model	D936 A7
Fuel injection	Electronic Common Rail high-pressure injection
Gross Power	255.00 hp (190.16 kw)
Max Torque	1,033.00 lbs ft (1,400.54 nm)
Number of Cylinders	4
Power Measured @	1300 rpm
Stroke	6.00 in (15.24 cm)
Torque Measured @	1300 rpm

Hydraulic System

Liebherr L566 Wheel Loader Hydraulic System specifications
Dump Time	3 seconds
Lower Time	3.5 seconds
Pump Flow Capacity	77.00 gpm (291.45 lpm)
Pump Type	Load-sensing variable axial piston pump with output and flow control and pressure cut-off in the control block
Raise Time	5.5 seconds
Relief Valve Setting	4351.2 psi

Operating Specifications

Liebherr L566 Wheel Loader Operating Specifications specifications
Cooling System Fluid Capacity	13.70 gal (51.85 l)
Engine Oil Fluid Capacity	11.60 gal (43.91 l)
Front Axle/Diff Fluid Capacity	11.10 gal (42.01 l)
Fuel Capacity	106.00 gal (401.21 l)
Hydraulic Fluid Capacity	35.70 gal (135.12 l)
Hydraulic System Fluid Capacity	70.00 gal (264.95 l)
Operating Weight	51,035.00 lbs (23,149.12 kg)
Rear Axle/Diff Fluid Capacity	10.60 gal (40.12 l)
Static Tipping Weight	34,720.00 lbs (15,748.75 kg)
Tire Size	23.5R25 L3
Transmission Fluid Capacity	3.00 gal (11.36 l)
Turning Radius	21.30 ft (6.49 m)

Transmission

Liebherr L566 Wheel Loader Transmission specifications
Max Speed - Forward	24.90 mph (40.07 kph)
Max Speed - Reverse	24.90 mph (40.07 kph)
Number of Forward Gears	3
Number of Reverse Gears	3

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